60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, 2D, Pixel Graphics, Arcade.
Dr Sharkface has plunged the world into chaos and stolen all the kittens. Team up with up to 4 friends and shoot your way through 7 levels of retro-inspired run-and-gun action - packed with wild weapons, huge bosses, and one surprisingly adorable cat.
Deathwish Enforcers Special Edition
A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!
METAL SLUG
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.5%, Fast-Paced 8.3%, Local Co-Op 8.1%
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Side Scroller 11.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.7%, Action 10.6%, Arcade 9.6%, Co-op 8%
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 14.6%, Co-op 11.7%, Action 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Side Scroller 8.1%
Shoot ’em up, with beautiful 2D pixel art, addictive shooter gameplay, classic levels and weapons that will let you perform a symphony of destruction of the alien base in the black eye galaxy.
Why similar: Action 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Indie 11.1%, Local Co-Op 11%, Side Scroller 10.1%
Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.
Why similar: Action 19.9%, Indie 14.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Platformer 9.5%
A coalition of large corporations trying to destroy the root flowers is invading Daejeon. Protect the root flowers. It's not going to be easy. Because... Roots Need Control.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Local Co-Op 10.5%, Action 10.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 9%
“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Action 20.1%, Arcade 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.7%, Local Co-Op 9.1%
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.1%, Action 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Co-op 9.3%
Metaloid: Origin is an fast-paced gun’n'run 2D platformer. Take on the role of one out of three android warrior's known as “Predator” and dash through 9 different levels in order to save their planet from an robot army led by Lucian Corp, whom invade their planet and exploit the planetary resources to fuel their galactic war efforts.
Why similar: Action 17.7%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Indie 12%, Fast-Paced 11.1%, Platformer 9.2%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Side Scroller 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Retro 11.5%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Action 9.2%
A sci-fi action-arcade game inspired by classic gun n' runs of the '90s.
Why similar: Action 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Indie 15.5%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Retro 7.7%
Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!
Why similar: Side Scroller 13.5%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Co-op 12.3%, Action 11.4%, Platformer 9.4%
Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 14.2%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Retro 10.4%, Action 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%
This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.
Why similar: Side Scroller 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Action 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%
The retro magic of the NES-era has returned! 99 tough stages will recall the feeling of childhood days.Be careful when playing Virus Crashers, and don't get too addicted!
Why similar: Action 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 11%, Retro 10%, Local Co-Op 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.
Why similar: Side Scroller 11.9%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Platformer 9%, Retro 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
The most secure prison facility in the country is under attack ... The city mayor called personally and asked you to take care of this problem.
Why similar: Action 23.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Indie 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Platformer 11%
Frenetic action and LCD aesthetic! In this 2D Shoot 'Em Up, switch between a robot hero and his benign tumor to stop a bizarre cult. You have 8 hours to save humanity's memory: defeat grotesque bosses, ride the skies on your Future Board, and master the chaos in a retro-futuristic Tokyo.
Why similar: Action 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Retro 10.8%, Arcade 10%
Penarium is a frantic 2D arena arcade game where you take on the role of Willy, trapped in a sinister circus show. Run, jump and avoid an array of killer death-traps while being cheered on by a sadistic crowd that’s out for blood.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 15.6%, Local Co-Op 14%, Co-op 10%, Platformer 9.7%, Retro 9.5%
As a cute khinkali dumpling, fight over the last piece of cake through fast paced and chaotic arenas. Smash your frenemies, steal their candies and kick everyone’s butt in this cute’n gore world.
Why similar: Action 17.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Arcade 9.9%, Retro 8.1%
Wryn is a girl with a big arsenal and big dreams -- she wants to be the ultimate videogame hero! Help her take down the Greatest Heroes of All Time in an action-packed bid to claim the title for herself and show the world what a true hero looks like!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 19.4%, Action 15.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Indie 9.4%, Local Co-Op 8.8%
Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!
Why similar: Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 10.6%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Retro 9.4%, Action 8.7%
Yeah Yeah Beebiss II is the sequel to a game considered as lost media. As Kyonshi Hui and Jiangshi Bo, it is your quest to banish all evil in all 100 levels - 10 original stages, including the boss -- a mutated mass of pure evil.
Why similar: Action 21.1%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%
Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Action 18.2%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Arcade 11.3%, Retro 11.1%
Egg Reality - A side-view game where the player or players control two eggs, jump on platforms, fly between ledges, switch buttons and solve logical problems, moving forward!
Why similar: Side Scroller 22%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Action 12.7%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Funny 8.9%
Pyro Fighters is a scrolling space shooter with platforming physics. Use your flame gun to propel yourself in the air and fight through an alien army with up to four players.
Why similar: Action 20.4%, Fast-Paced 15.5%, Indie 14.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Retro 9.2%
Explore the Trollhunters universe and save the world as Jim Lake Jr. in this action-packed game!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.6%, Action 13.4%, Co-op 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.7%
Project: Gemini is a Co-op game that sees Guttierez (Gutz) and Cricket work closely together to escape the city. Gutz acts as the foundation of the duo, providing stability and safety. Cricket is the tactical operative, supplying versatility and opportunity.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.1%, Co-op 15.8%, Action 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 11%
Particle Storm is challenging 2D run n gun blending bullet hell and shmup mechanics with striking pixel art, nonstop action, and an energetic soundtrack.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16%, Arcade 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Action 9.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.7%
Chaos Domain is a game about shooting bad people in the face. Apart from that, it is also a run and gun platformer, powered by Unreal Engine. The game is highly influenced by games from 8-bit and 16-bit era, including Contra/Probotector series, as well as titles like Abuse and Doom Troopers.
Why similar: Action 26.5%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Indie 14%, Platformer 13.1%, Local Co-Op 11.8%
AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!
Why similar: Action 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Local Co-Op 14%, Shooter 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.5%
A retro penguin platformer designed for Gameboy. Perfect for fans of penguins and anyone looking for a moderate challenge in a cold setting!
Why similar: Action 18.7%, Side Scroller 17.2%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Retro 8%
The block slime lives in the cave. Aim for the goal by making use of its characteristic of being able to make a big jump when you get on it.
Why similar: Action 20.5%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 13.8%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.2%
Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!
Why similar: Side Scroller 14.2%, Retro 11.6%, Action 11%, Platformer 11%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.8%
Neon Aileron is a shoot 'em up for people who are bad at shoot 'em ups. Enjoy the forgiving gameplay and 16-bit era graphics while shooting lots of enemies that spawn to the soundtrack!
Why similar: Action 33.6%, Indie 24%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.4%, Co-op 7%
Save the world from Dinah's threat by defeating angels, demons, beasts, and aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Co-op 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Shooter 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
Beep is back, and this time he has a sidekick, Boop! Blast your way through 100 challenging levels and 5 boss fights, in this classic elimination platformer, modelled on the legendary Bubble Bobble series.
Why similar: Action 19.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12%, Arcade 11.5%, Local Co-Op 10.1%
Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Action 15.5%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Indie 11%, Retro 9.1%
Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!
Why similar: Action 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Arcade 12%, Retro 11.4%, Local Co-Op 11.4%
Face on Fire is a retro action platformer with 12 playable characters and 100+ levels.
Why similar: Action 28%, Indie 20%, Retro 13%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 11.6%
Join Robb and Otto, two intrepid maintenance robots as they must travel through a malfunctioning spaces cruiser, in an effort to shutdown all the machines rampaging through the ship!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.7%, Action 20.4%, Co-op 15.3%, Indie 14.6%, Retro 14.1%
Collection of small retro arcade games created by Fun Infused Games in a retro style. More games to be added in the future. Currently featuring the games Bounce Blitz, Haunting of Jerk Miners, Ultra Neon, and Ultra Aktion.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 17.3%, Retro 15.8%, Action 14.2%, Arcade 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
Oddballs is a fast‑paced 2D arcade shooter with pick‑up‑and‑play controls and a diverse cast of BOOuncing enemies; choose your route through branching levels and master quick, skill‑driven sessions that reward reflexes and precision alone or in couch co-op
Why similar: Side Scroller 13.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9%
“METAL SLUG X”, one of the most highly praised titles in the series among Metal Slug fans for its refined balance and game volume, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Action 13.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Co-op 11.4%, Arcade 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.9%
Love retro shooters? Firebird is a blend of some of our teams favourite games from the space invasion genre. Battle aliens, giant space birds, tractor beams, air burst weapons, robot terrorists and massive motherships in a fight for domination.
Why similar: Action 26.8%, Indie 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Retro 12.5%, Arcade 9.7%
Take flight in one of three unique ships to battle a legion of enemies and massive bosses across a city sky, through a dark cave, along the bottom of the sea, and into a secret laboratory! Confront a buff, flamboyant crawfish scientist to retrieve the Power Pearl and save your job!
Why similar: Side Scroller 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Action 10.5%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.8%
Lead the vegetable revolution alone or with a friend in the side-scrolling shoot ‘em up Rutabaga Desert Storm! Take down wave after wave of enemies, dodge their projectiles, and grab power-ups to boost your destruction! Can you defeat the oppressive humans and free the proletariat vegetable masses?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Action 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
Slayer Cat is a classic action shooter game that combines hand-drawn drawings with classic gameplay. Inspired by games like Contra, Doom, and Cuphead. Play as The Slayer Cat as you traverse strange places on an enemy planet, and discover and discover the mysteries of this place!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Action 10.9%, Platformer 10.7%
Inspired by classic titles like Contra and Sunset Riders, Balacera Brothers is a retro run n' gun game full of color, energetic music, and fast-paced action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Retro 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10%, Shooter 9.8%
Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 15.7%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Fast-Paced 11.1%, Funny 10%, Action 8.6%
There isn't anything better than punching things in 8-bit that will end up leaving you with RAW FISTS! *Warning, this game contains old school difficulty* (Blowing in the cartridge is not required.)
Why similar: Action 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 10.8%
Commander Cool 2 is a four player local coop retro-styled adventure that is destined to be one of coolest game in 2015!
Why similar: Action 23.1%, Local Multiplayer 18.3%, Platformer 15.5%, Indie 15.2%, Retro 12.4%
Golden Force is a retro-style action-platformer where you perform complex combos, slides, and dash attacks. Unlock new areas, collect throwable items, fight underwater, avoid spiky obstacles, and master each stage.
Why similar: Action 16.4%, Retro 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 11.8%, Local Co-Op 10%
NARWHAR Project Hornwhale - the ray themed roaming 16-bit style action shmup.
Why similar: Action 23.7%, Indie 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Retro 11.1%
Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures is a run'n'gun/platform game of stick figure characters fighting through beautiful paper and card levels. Fly across city rooftops firing rockets from a helicopter, leap between pirate ships with a sword, race buggies on the moon, and more!
Why similar: Action 17.4%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.2%, Indie 11.5%
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
Why similar: Platformer 16.2%, Action 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Indie 10.9%, Shooter 10.3%
Battle through 16 action-packed levels, defeat massive alien bosses, unlock powerful ship upgrades, and fight to save humanity in this retro-inspired side-scrolling arcade shooter. Play solo or team up with a friend in local co-op.
Why similar: Action 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Arcade 11.1%, Shooter 10.8%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Side Scroller 13%, Local Co-Op 10.4%, Action 10.3%, Shooter 9.4%
Samurai Brothers is a fast paced shared-screen multiplayer game. In addition to the solo mode, two modes are available for multiplayer games. Do you want to fight against your friends ? Or work as a team against the multitude of enemies ?
Why similar: Action 20.7%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 13.3%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Co-op 9.7%
